GZA with Grupo Fantasma, Brooklyn Bowl, June 14 (7:30 and 11:00), Music Hall of Williamsburg, $34.74
It may seem weird to pair the founder of Wu-Tang with a Latin orchestra, but that’s exactly what’s in store on Thursday night. The GZA will perform his classic 1995 album Liquid Swords like it’s never been heard before, with the Grammy-winning Grupo Fantasma accompanying him. Choose between identical 7:30 and 11 p.m. shows.
Thursday, June 14, 7:30 and 11 p.m. Music Hall of Williamsburg, 66 North 6th Street (between Kent and Wythe avenues); Brooklyn; 718-486-5400.
Jens Lekman, Of Montreal, The Thermals, Beach Fossils, June 15, McCarren Park, $33.50
For Friday’s outside show at McCarren Park, Northside brought out reclusive Swedish crooner Jens Lekman to serenade Williamsburg with tales of heartbreak, longing, and Kirsten Dunst. Supporting are the glitter-loving Canadians Of Montreal, the perfect-for-summer Beach Fossils, and Portland punks The Thermals.
Friday, June 15, 6 p.m., McCarren Park, Berry and North 12th Street; Brooklyn.
Twin Sister, Guards, Physical Therapy, Caged Animals, Phonetag, June 16, Cameo Gallery, $20
Stereogum’s Northside showcase features dream pop band Twin Sister playing with indie rockers Guards and dancey New Jersey act Physical Therapy. It’s a bill that should have something for everyone, whether you like dancing or just chilling out under Cameo's psychedelically decorated ceiling.
Saturday, June 16, 7 pm, Cameo Gallery, 93 North 6th Street (between Berry Street and Wythe Avenue, behind the Lovin’ Cup cafe); Brooklyn; 718-302-1180.
Photos: Via Jens Lekman, Of Montreal, Twin Sister